Husqvarna Rider 318 Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 Oper ator ′ s manual Rider 318 Rider 320 AWD Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Contents Fitting the cutting head ..........Removing the cutting unit ..........CONTENTS Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground Contents ..............pressure ............... Ser vice journal Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism ......Pre-deliv ery service ............. Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit ....After the first 8 hours ........... -
Page 3: Ser Vice Journal
Ser vice journal Pre-deliver y service 13 Tell customer about: Needs and benefits of following the service 1 Charge the battery for 4 hours at max. 3 amp. schedule. 2 Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional Servicing and the influence of this journal on the equipment. -
Page 4: Intr Oduction
Dear Customer , Thank y ou for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cutting unit and a patented articulated steering. Riders are designed for maximum efficiency even in small or confined areas. The closely grouped controls and pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission also contribute to the performance of this machine. -
Page 5: Key To Symbols
KEY T O SYMBOLS Symbols Noise emission to the en vironment according to the European Community’s These symbols are on the machine and in the instr uctions. Directive. The machine’s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. - Page 6 KEY T O SYMBOLS Starting instructions Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance Check the engine’s oil level Check transmission oil level Lift up the cutting unit Apply the par king brake. If the engine is cold, use the chok e Release the par king brake before driving 6 –...
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Page 7: What Is What
12 Lever to disengage the driving front axle, Rider 320 AWD 5 Ignition lock 13 Fuel cap 6 Throttle control/choke control 14 Battery 7 Counter 15 Lever to disengage the drive, Rider 318. Lever to disengage the driving rear axle, 320 AWD. 8 Cover lock – 7 English... -
Page 8: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions • Stop the engine and prevent the engine from being started until you have cleaned the outlet channel. These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. • Look out for the ejector and do not direct it towards anyone. -
Page 9: Driving On Slopes
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This is what you do • Never allow children or other persons not trained in the use of the machine to use or service it. Local laws may • Remove obstacles such as stones, branches, etc. regulate the age of the user. •... -
Page 10: Children
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding • Petrol and petrol fumes are poisonous and extremely wheel weights or counterbalance weights to increase flammable. Be especially careful when handling petrol, as machine stability. carelessness can result in personal injury or fire. •... -
Page 11: Transport
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not change the setting of governors. If you run too fast, Engage the parking brake and tie the tension belts around you risk damaging the machine components. See chapter stable parts on the machine, e.g. frame or rear wagon. on Technical data for highest permitted engine speed. -
Page 12: Presentation
This Cutting unit operator’s manual describes Rider 318 and Rider 320 AWD. Rider 318 and Rider 320 AWD can be equipped with three Rider 320 AWD is equipped with all wheel drive. different cutting units. -
Page 13: Seat
Pull the controls to the end positions, do not use an intermediate position. Release lever Rider 318 Fueling The engine runs on unleaded petrol with a minimum octane •... -
Page 14: Driving
Driving Before starting Move the throttle in between positions 1 and 2. • Read the safety instructions and information concerning the placement of controls and functions before starting. • Perform daily maintenance before starting as set out in the Maintenance schedule. 5 Turn the ignition key to the start position. -
Page 15: Driving The Rider
Driving Connecting the jump leads 3 Select the required cutting height (1-10) with the cutting height lever. It is important that the air pressure in both front wheels is equal, 60 kPa / 0,6 bar / 8.7 PSI, to produce an even cutting height. -
Page 16: Cutting Tips
Driving Cutting tips Stop the engine Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been working hard. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs. 1 Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to its locked position. -
Page 17: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorised service workshop. Daily maintenance At least Maintenance Maintenance before starting once a year interval in hours 50 100 200 Cleaning... -
Page 18: Cleaning
Maintenance Cleaning Right-hand fender Remove the accelerator knob (1), screws (2 and 3), and Clean the machine directly after use. It is much easier to wash remove the cover. off grass cuttings before they dry. Left-hand fender Oily dirt can be removed using a cold degreasing agent. Loosen the screws holding the wing cover and lift off the Spray on a thin layer. -
Page 19: Adjusting The Parking Brake
Maintenance • If necessary, the wires can be adjusted by tightening the 2 Loosen the locking nuts (1). adjuster nuts on each side of the steering collar. Do not over tighten the cables; they should only be drawn in towards the steering collar. 3 Tension the cable using the adjuster screw (2) until the Hold the cable, for example using an adjustable wrench, play in the cable is taken up. -
Page 20: Replacement Of Fuel Filter
Maintenance Replacement of fuel filter 3 Remove the filter cartridge from the filter housing. Replace the fuel filter every 100 running hours (once per season) or more frequently if it is clogged. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Never run the engine without the air filter fitted. Do not use compressed air to clean the paper filter. -
Page 21: Ignition System
Maintenance Ignition system Main fuse The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. The main fuse is placed in a detachable holder under the Only the spark plug requires maintenance. battery case’s cover, in front of the battery. For recommended spark plug, see Technical data. Type: Flat pin, 15 A. -
Page 22: Checking The Engine's Cooling Air Intake
Maintenance Checking the engine’s cooling air 4 Engage the belt in the belt holder. intake Clean the air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s seat. Open the engine cover. 5 Push the deck in and put the front guide plugs in the grooves on the equipment frame, one on each side. -
Page 23: Removing The Cutting Unit
Maintenance 9 Hook up the height adjustment strut. 4 Pull out the cutting unit. WARNING! Observe caution to avoid 10 Secure the collet spring. trapping your hand. Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground pressure To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without pressing too hard against it. -
Page 24: Checking The Cutting Unit's Parallelism
Maintenance Checking the cutting unit’s Replacing the cutting unit belts parallelism WARNING! Wear gloves to protect your Check the cutting unit’s parallelism as follows: hands when working with the blades. There is a risk of crush injuries when working with 1 Check the air pressure in the tyres 60 kPa/0.6 kp/cm /8.5 the belt. -
Page 25: Service Position For The Cutting Unit
Maintenance 7 Remove the screws on the cutting cover. Lift the unit 5 Disengage the spring for the drive belt tensioning wheel. frame and remove the cutting unit cover. 6 Loosen on the cutting height stay and place in the holder. 8 Loosen the spring that tensions the V-belt and pry off the belt. -
Page 26: Checking The Blades
Maintenance Restoring from service position Removing the BioClip plug 1 Grip the front edge of the unit and loosen the lock, fold To change a Combi unit from BioClip function to cutting unit down and slide in the unit. with rear ejection, remove the BioClip plug located under the unit with three screws. -
Page 27: Lubrication
Lubrication Checking the engine’s oil level. 1 Place a container underneath the engine’s left oil drain plug. Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands 2 Remove the dipstick. Remove the drain plug from the horizontal with the engine switched off. engine’s left side. -
Page 28: Checking The Transmission Oil Level
2 Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank. Rider 318 Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/40 (class SF–CC). Rider 320 AWD Fill if necessary with oil Synthetic 10W/50 The oil and filter should be changed by an authorised service... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting Schedule
Troubleshooting schedule Problem Procedure Engine does not start There is no fuel in the fuel tank Spark plug defective Faulty spark plug connections or interchanged cables Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line Starter motor does not turn over the engine Starter motor does not turn over the engine Battery flat Bad contact between the cable and battery... -
Page 30: Storage
Storage Winter storage Service At the end of the season, or if the machine is going to stand Low season is the most suitable time to perform a service or idle for more than 30 days, it should immediately be made overhaul of the machine in order to ensure high function ready for storage. -
Page 31: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Rider 318 Rider 320 AWD Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft 2020/6,61 2020/6,61 Width without cutting unit, mm/ft 890/2,92 890/2,92 Height, mm/ft 1150/3,77 1150/3,77 Operating weight with cutting deck, kg/lb 278-283-286 / 613-624-631 297-302-305 / 655-666-672 Wheel base, mm/ft... - Page 32 TECHNICAL DATA Cutting unit Combi 94 Combi 103 Combi 112 Cutting width, mm/inch 940/37 1030 / 41 1120 / 44.1 Cutting heights, 7 positions, mm/inch 25-75/0.98-2.95 25-75/0.98-2.95 25-75/0.98-2.95 Blade length, mm/inch 358/14.09 388/15.28 420 / 16,5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION When the service life of this product has been served and it is no longer used it should be returned to the dealer or to an applicable station for recycling.
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Page 33: Ec-Declar Ation Of Conformity
EC-declaration of conformity (Applies to Europe only) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.: +46-36-146500, hereby declares that Husqvarna Rider 318 and Rider 320 AWD from 2010’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE:... - Page 36 Original instructions 1154548-26 ´®z+VVr¶6(¨ ´®z+VVr¶6(¨ 2011-11-16...